Clinical Research Fellow (Dementia Clinical Trials)

UCL; London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UCL seeks a Clinical Research Fellow for its esteemed Dementia Research Centre, working on innovative trials for dementia therapies. This position offers unique insights into clinical research without the immediate need for PhD commitment, providing a supportive environment for career advancement.

Benefits

41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave plus bank holidays)

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site gym

Employee assistance programme

Discounted medical insurance

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Practitioner with ST3 level and MRCP.
• Experience working with dementia patients.
• Understanding of clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trials assessing safety and efficacy of therapies.
• Involved with Specialist Cognitive Disorders Clinics.
• Work under supervision of Professor Cath Mummery.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Initiative

Education

Registered Medical Practitioner licensed in the UK

Completed general medical training to ST3 level

MRCP or equivalent

Job description

About us

The Research Department of Neurodegenerative Disease and the Dementia Research Centre (DRC) are recognised as one of foremost international centres for the study of dementia and other neurodegenerative disease. Our research portfolio encompasses Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, Huntington's disease, motor neurone disease and frontotemporal dementia, and studies of ageing and the pathways of cellular senescence.

The DRC is a hub for clinical research into various forms of dementia. Our work focuses on identifying and understanding the disease processes that cause dementia, the factors that influence these disease processes, and how best to support people with dementia and their families.

About the role

We are seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to join a well-established multi-disciplinary research and clinical trials team at the DRC.

You will work on a portfolio of trials under the supervision of Professor Cath Mummery and will be centrally involved in the continuing conduct of trials assessing the safety and efficacy of disease-modifying therapies in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia including novel immunotherapies and gene targeting treatments.

You will have the opportunity to gain experience of working in a clinical research environment in cognitive disorders, without the requirement to commit to a PhD or MD programme of study and will be closely involved with the multidisciplinary Specialist Cognitive Disorders Clinics (SCDCs) at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.

The post is available from 01 August 2025 and is funded by the Neurogenetic Therapies Programme until 31 July 2026 in the first instance, with the possibility of further funding.

Although this role is offered full-time, we would be willing to consider requests to work on a part-time basis (minimum 50% Full Time Equivalent).

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ( [e-mail] ).

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Cath Mummery ( [e-mail] ).

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.

About you

You will be a registered Medical Practitioner licensed to practise in the UK and have completed general medical training to ST3 level and MRCP, or equivalent. You'll have of working with patients with dementia, as well as an understanding of, and experience in, clinical governance. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, and the ability to act on your own initiative are also essential for this role.

This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

What we offer

The role is offered with salary in the range of £48,580 - £75,038 per annum including London Allowance, on the CL, RDPS, or StR scale, dependent on NHS contract and/or stage of clinical training.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit"our EDI website" for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an Athena SWAN Silver award , in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.